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Jordan Brand officially unveiled the Jordan Zion 4 and it might be the best model in the Pelican star’s signature line. Zion Williamson, who unfortunately has not made his season debut as he deals with injury, continues his partnership with Team Jumpman with this fourth iteration. Due to the injuries he has faced throughout his career and the monumental rise of his other Jordan Brand signature athlete counterparts, competition for market share is stiff. The Zion 4 nevertheless aims to break through. Presented as the marriage of strength and speed, the Zion 4 includes several key updates that improve upon the previous model’s shortcomings.

First and foremost, cushioning. The Zion 4 utilizes a drop-in midsole, as did the Zion 3. However, with the 4, Jordan Brand swapped out Formula 23 foam for Cushlon 3.0. Cushlon is known for its softer springy feel underfoot while providing impact protection upon landing. This insole sits atop a full-length Air Zoom strobel board. Zoom strobel is a popular setup used in the KD, GT Cut, and GT Hustle lines. It is known for its responsive bounciness. These design elements help support Zion’s tremendous size and his play style. The model also features a similar lateral wing containment piece that was seen in the Zion 3, and the upper utilizes a more resilient synthetic leather material compared to the textile of the 3. Fit may be the most noticeable upgrade. The Zion 4 has a significantly wider toebox than the Zion 3. This not only makes it more wearable and comfortable for hoopers of any size but also allows the foot to move more freely and naturally. Will all of this work together to ameliorate prior models’ limitations?

This latest low-top signature model from Jordan Brand is beefed up to support a player like Zion and includes promising performance elements. Release details have not been announced yet, but the debut colourway is expected on January 28 and subsequent colourways are slated for the months ahead. Retail is $140. Keep it locked here with Sneaker Freaker for updates.

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